In light of the devastating weather events that impacted the Menasha and Appleton area on June 27, AIA Wisconsin is hosting a virtual refresher for architects interested in supporting post-disaster response efforts through the Safety Assessment Program (SAP).

This session will review the fundamentals of post-disaster building evaluations, safety assessment procedures, and deployment protocols to help ensure trained volunteers are prepared should assistance be requested in affected communities. Whether you are new to Disaster Response or already SAP-trained and certified, this timely session offers an opportunity to learn how architects can play a critical role in helping communities recover safely and efficiently after a disaster.

Who Should Attend: All AIA Wisconsin members as well as non-members are welcome to attend; members who have completed the Safety Assessment Program (SAP) training are especially encouraged to participate. Members and individuals who are not SAP-trained but are interested in supporting potential deployment efforts are also welcome and will be paired with a SAP-trained volunteer if assistance is requested.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize the important role architects and associated building professionals play in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
2. Understand the process for conducting a post-disaster rapid building assessment and completing appropriate damage assessment forms.
3. Demonstrate understanding of the Applied Technology Council’s ATC 45 Safety Evaluation of Buildings after Windstorms and Floods damage assessment procedures. 
4. Learn the benefits of and how to register for AIA’s full 8 hour SAP training class and CalOES certification.

Submitted for AIA/CES approval

Please click the button below to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom virtual meeting link.

Hosted by  AIA Wisconsin's Committee on the Environment, Resilience and Disaster Response (COTE-RADR)